Religious Education

St. James Office of Religious Education

(609) 737-2717

stjamesedu@gmail.com

Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 9:30am-4:30pm

Office also open during scheduled class times

 

The desire for God is written in the human heart. Catechism of the Catholic Church

The health of a parish is in the ability to gather in community to nurture a lived faith for every person.

The mission of our Religious Education program is rooted in the idea that every moment of every life is an opportunity to grow in a personal relationship with God. Our response to God’s invitation is reflected in our relationships with others and in the way we serve and respect the dignity and beauty of all creation. Religious Education at St. James is dedicated to assisting our parishioners throughout their entire faith journey by offering programs, education, and enrichment for all ages.

Religious Education for Children

We offer formal classes for grades 1 – 8. This program is a continuous process that includes sacramental preparation and children are expected to attend all grades levels in order to be prepared to receive sacraments. Kindergarten is optional and offered on Sunday mornings.

Our schedule is as follows:

Kindergarten Classes

1st & 3rd Sunday of the Month - 9:45am & 11:30am - October through April

Grades 1 through 8

NEW THIS YEAR: 8th Grade Summer Sessions

Aug. 30, 31, Sept. 1 & 2 (10:00-12:00, 3:00-5:00, or 6:30-8:30)

Classes are in session from mid September through the first week in May.

Grade 1 and 2 classes are held on Tuesday & Wednesday (4:30-5:45PM)

Grades 3 and 4 classes are held on Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday (4:30--5:45PM)

Grades 5 and 6 classes are held on Tuesday & Wednesday (7:00-8:15PM) and Thursday (4:30-5:45PM)

Grade 7 classes are held on Tuesday and Wednesday (7:00-8:15PM)

Grade 8 classes are held on Tuesday (7:00-8:15PM) September through November

Parents also have an option of “Home Study” for Grades 1 and 3 through 5 (parent teaching child one-on-one at home)

Adult Faith Formation

In addition to having an extensive library we call our “Resource Room”, we offer programs, retreats, and small group opportunities to enhance the faith development of adults of all ages and interests.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

RCIA is a process for those who are interested in the Catholic faith. A team of parishioners works together with the inquirer to discern and welcome God’s invitation to embrace life in the Catholic Christian community.

 

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